Brittany Ferries Assures No Summer Fuel Disruptions

Brittany Ferries, a major cross-Channel operator, has assured customers that its summer sailings will proceed without disruptions from fuel shortages or additional price increases, even as tensions in the Middle East continue to strain global energy supplies.

The company, which operates routes from Portsmouth, Poole and Plymouth to five destinations in France, two in northern Spain and Guernsey, stated that suppliers have confirmed uninterrupted access to key maritime fuels, including liquefied natural gas, heavy fuel oil and marine gas oil. This guarantee covers services throughout the year, with a focus on peak summer travel in July and August. Chief Executive Christophe Mathieu emphasized the commitment in a statement, saying, "If you have booked with us, or are considering doing so, we will get you to a beautiful and safe holiday destination this year. Period."

The pledge comes amid an ongoing conflict in the Middle East that began at the end of February 2026, involving the United States and Iran, with a recent ceasefire extension but persistent blockades in the Strait of Hormuz disrupting oil shipments. Crude oil prices have surged as a result, raising concerns across the...